At a glance
Reported students
629
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
45.7
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
13.8:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
PK–05
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Virginia elementary enrollment
74th percentile
Compared with 1,139 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
573
Alice West Fleet Elementary: 629 reported students.
State peer staffing position
48th percentile
13.8:1 reported; state peer median 13.9:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 565
- Teachers (FTE)
- 62.85
- Student–teacher ratio
- 9:1
What the reported data says about Alice West Fleet Elementary
Alice West Fleet Elementary is a public elementary school serving grades PK–05 in Arlington. It is one of 42 current school records connected to Arlington County Public Schools. NCES reports 629 students for 2024–25.
Among 1,139 elementary schools in Virginia with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 503 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 74th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 13.8:1, close to the Virginia median of 13.9:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are Hispanic or Latino (35.3%) and White (29.4%). English learners represent 30.3% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 12%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports gifted and talented programming. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Alice West Fleet Elementary
- 1How do the reported 13.8:1 student–teacher ratio and 45.7 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Which advanced, gifted, career, arts, and computer-science courses are available this year, and how do students qualify?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 1.6 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4What meal assistance, transportation, after-school, and family-support services are currently available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 30.3%
- Students with disabilities
- 12%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 39.6%
- Lunch program
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 1.6
- Nurses (FTE)
- 0.5
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0.5
- Social workers (FTE)
- 0.5
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White29.4%
- Hispanic35.3%
- Black15.6%
- Asian11.3%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.3%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0.2%
- Multiracial7.9%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
Gifted and talented
Offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Arlington County Public Schools
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Arlington Science Focus School
Elementary · Grades PK–05
632 reported students
Arlington Traditional
Elementary · Grades PK–05
624 reported students
Oakridge Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–05
636 reported students
Claremont Immersion
Elementary · Grades PK–05
595 reported students
Hoffman-Boston Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–05
592 reported students
Cardinal Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–05
682 reported students
Public schools near Alice West Fleet Elementary
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Montessori Public School of Arlington Elementary · Arlington County Public Schools | PK–05 | 528 | 0.5 mi |
| Long Branch Elementary Elementary · Arlington County Public Schools | PK–05 | 442 | 0.6 mi |
| Barrett Elementary Elementary · Arlington County Public Schools | PK–05 | 500 | 0.8 mi |
| Barcroft Elementary Elementary · Arlington County Public Schools | PK–05 | 495 | 0.8 mi |
| Randolph Elementary Elementary · Arlington County Public Schools | PK–05 | 430 | 0.9 mi |
| Arlington Science Focus School Elementary · Arlington County Public Schools | PK–05 | 632 | 1.4 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Alice West Fleet Elementary
What grades does Alice West Fleet Elementary serve?
Alice West Fleet Elementary reports grades PK–05 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as an elementary school in Arlington County Public Schools.
How many students attend Alice West Fleet Elementary?
Alice West Fleet Elementary reported 629 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 74th percentile among 1,139 Virginia elementary schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 565 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Alice West Fleet Elementary?
The calculated ratio is 13.8:1, based on 629 students and 45.7 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Virginia median for the same school level is 13.9:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Alice West Fleet Elementary a public, charter, or magnet school?
Alice West Fleet Elementary is a public school and is not a charter school. Enrollment is generally based on Arlington County Public Schools attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
What share of Alice West Fleet Elementary students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
39.6% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Alice West Fleet Elementary in?
Alice West Fleet Elementary is part of Arlington County Public Schools, based in Arlington, VA, which operates 42 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Alice West Fleet Elementary?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Montessori Public School of Arlington (0.5 mi), Long Branch Elementary (0.6 mi), Barrett Elementary (0.8 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.